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< class="h2">About TKS

The Knowledge Society (TKS) is a global human accelerator focused on developing young people (ages 13-17) to impact billions. In TKS, students learn about solving problems using emerging technologies, develop foundational mindsets, and build real-world skills, while being part of a global community of like-minded people. Our vision is to help create the next generation of unicorn people - people who impact billions. In 2020, TKS was recognized by The World Economic Forum as a "School of the Future".

 

< class="h2">The Program Director Role:

Program Directors are responsible for delivering the 10-month TKS program to 80-120 students. Our directors have a passion for unlocking potential, want to help make a difference in the world, and have unique backgrounds/experiences.

 

< class="h2">What you’ll be doing:

  • Run the program and deliver weekly sessions with the help of your Associate Director.

  • Have 1on1s with your students to provide mentorship, guidance, and feedback - especially on their projects.

  • Develop an engaging community and culture within your program.

  • Create unique experiential opportunities for students (e.g. attending conferences/events, guest speakers, company tours (COVID dependent), and lab tours/opportunities).

  • Learn about exponential technologies through our curriculum and facilitate discussions on the future, including philosophical and economic implications.

  • Review applications and interview students who apply to your program.

 

< class="h2">Experience we're looking for:

  • 6-10 years of work experience.

  • Leadership experience, including managing teams and mentoring others.

  • A deep level of experience in one of the following: Technology, Science, Start-ups, International Development/NGOs, Education & Teaching, Consulting, Finance, or Engineering

Note: You do not need to have a background in emerging technologies or have strong technical abilities. If you do, it's a bonus.

 

< class="h2">Traits we're looking for:

  • You have a passion for mentorship, working with young people, and helping others grow.

  • You are a knowledge seeker - constantly learning, reading, listening to podcasts, and following your curiosity.

  • You have a growth mindset, learn from failure, and value feedback.

  • You have an interest in the future, including how emerging technologies and sciences can be used to solve problems.

  • Bonus: You enjoy philosophical discussions about life, morality, virtues, and thought experiments. You have read about philosophers like Aristotle, Socrates, and Laozi.

 

< class="h2">Innovate Program Overview | See Program Overview

  • 10 month program (September to June).

  • Weekly sessions, 3hrs/session/cohort.

  • 2-4 cohorts, ~40 students/cohort.

  • Ages 13-18 years old (grades 9-12).

 

< class="h2">Three reasons why people join the TKS team:

  1. Work with awesome mission-driven people who want to make the world a better place. The people at TKS are kind, intelligent, fun, and authentic. There's no politics here.

  2. The fulfillment and joy of helping ambitious young people discover their passion, achieve their potential, and make lifelong friendships. We can have a meaningful impact on peoples' lives who will shape the world one day.

  3. Have flexibility and ownership over your time. This isn't a 9-5 job. We value results, which is directly correlated with the growth of the students and their enjoyment in the program. Outside the sessions and a few meetings during the week, you can create your optimal schedule to achieve work-life integration.

Ps. Yes, we offer health benefits, vacation, swag, and other nice perks.

 

< class="h2">Resources to learn more about TKS

Below we've included some resources that you can check out to get a deeper understanding about TKS, including podcasts from our founders and videos of our students.

🎬 Video: What Does Ambition Mean?

🎙️ Podcast: Nadeem & TKS Philosophy

🎬 TEDx Talk: Human Potential

🗞️ Forbes: Equipping Youth To...

🎬 Video: TKShowcase Highlights

🎙️ Podcast: Navid & TKS Story

🗞️ Fast Company: Where Tomorrow's...

🎬 Video: TKS Changed My Mindset

 

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